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Cautions About Using The Internet
At present,
websites offering medical information are not regulated for accuracy, proper
disclosures, or ethical practices including privacy, accountability, identification
of sources of information, links to other sites, and methods of contacting
the parent organization and registering consumer complaints.
The consumer
is advised to be cautious and to find out:
Is the author a researcher, physician, organization, patient, or health
writer?
Is the author credentialed or otherwise qualified to provide accurate
information?
Are references or documentation (e.g., a bibliography) provided?
Is the article intended as fact or opinion?
How current is the information?
Are products promoted? Are sales tactics reasonable, or pushy and
somewhat suspect?
Please keep in
mind the above facts while visiting sites on internet, including my site.
Please consult
with experienced, credentialed professionals in making decisions regarding
treatment and other important issues. |
